Hundreds to take part in fresh offshore strikes

Fresh offshore action is planned for July

Hundreds of offshore workers are to stage three new 48-hour strikes next month as part of an ongoing dispute over pay.

Nearly 600 Stork workers are due to be involved in the latest round of action.

The Unite union confirmed the industrial action was scheduled take place from 11-13 July, 18-20 July and 25-27 July.

Stork said in a statement: "We remain focused on engaging with our employees, clients and the unions."

The RMT union said that more than 100 of its members working for Stork would be among those taking part.

Earlier this month, hundreds of offshore workers accepted a new pay deal to bring their ongoing dispute to an end.

Unite said more than 700 members at Bilfinger UK agreed to the improved offer.